HOTU Reach BC.Game Masters Semi-Finals as n0rb3r7 Says: “We’re a LAN Team”

HOTU delivered another convincing performance at the BC.Game Masters Championship Season 1, defeating Tricked 2-0 in the quarter-finals. The team controlled the series from start to finish, winning Ancient (13-5) and Mirage (13-5) to advance to the semi-finals.

This marks HOTU’s second straight 2-0 victory in the playoffs, following their earlier win against Inner Circle in the Round of 16. The consistency of these results highlights the team’s growing confidence on stage.

n0rb3r7: “Looks Like We’re a LAN Team”

After the match, HOTU player David “n0rb3r7” Danielyan shared his thoughts on the team’s performance. In a message reported by Cybersport.ru, he said:

“We win both matches 2-0… Looks like we’re a LAN team.”

He also noted that HOTU seemed very comfortable in the offline environment, suggesting that opponents struggled to respond to their pace and execution.

HOTU to Face BIG in Semi-Finals

With the victory, HOTU move on to face BIG in the semi-finals. BIG secured their spot with a 2-0 win over Gentle Mates, setting up a crucial clash for a place in the grand final.

The other semi-final will feature BetBoom against SINNERS, as the tournament approaches its final stage in Bucharest.

Strong LAN Form Becomes a Trend

n0rb3r7’s comments about HOTU being a “LAN team” align with his earlier statements about the roster’s mindset. After joining the team, he described this opportunity as:

“Something like my last chance to prove that I’m still good at the game.”

He also emphasized enjoying the game and playing without pressure—an approach that appears to be paying off in Bucharest.

In previous LAN matches, he highlighted how important it was for him to return to form, saying it was “nice to beat strong teams on LAN again” after a long break from competition.

BC.Game Masters Championship Overview

The BC.Game Masters Championship Season 1 is taking place in Bucharest, Romania, featuring 24 teams competing for a $50,000 prize pool.

The event has already delivered several surprises:

Tricked eliminated HEROIC earlier in the tournament

G2, Monte, and Gentle Mates were knocked out before the semi-finals

Several matches are impacting the broader CS2 ranking and qualification race

Additionally, the tournament drew attention after BC.Game’s own team was unable to participate due to Valve’s tournament regulations regarding sponsor conflicts.

What’s Next for HOTU?

HOTU now stand just one series away from the grand final. Their dominant performances and growing confidence on LAN make them one of the most dangerous teams remaining in the tournament.

If their current form continues, HOTU could become one of the breakout teams of the event—and potentially a rising contender in the wider CS2 competitive scene.